Hi, I'm Carolina Adriano Gil Pequito, a passionate graphic designer and branding professional with a degree and post-graduation in Drawing from the University of Lisbon. I've been freelancing for over two years, collaborating with diverse clients, including Armani Home Decor, to create visually appealing and functional designs that align perfectly with brand identity. I enjoy balancing creativity with client expectations and am always eager to grow and take on new challenges. Currently, I'm expanding my expertise in digital marketing and design through professional certifications while working as a dental nurse, which enriches my client-facing skills. I bring a positive attitude, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to deadlines in all my work.

Carolina Adriano Gil Pequito

Hi, I'm Carolina Adriano Gil Pequito, a passionate graphic designer and branding professional with a degree and post-graduation in Drawing from the University of Lisbon. I've been freelancing for over two years, collaborating with diverse clients, including Armani Home Decor, to create visually appealing and functional designs that align perfectly with brand identity. I enjoy balancing creativity with client expectations and am always eager to grow and take on new challenges. Currently, I'm expanding my expertise in digital marketing and design through professional certifications while working as a dental nurse, which enriches my client-facing skills. I bring a positive attitude, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to deadlines in all my work.

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Hi, I’m Carolina Adriano Gil Pequito, a passionate graphic designer and branding professional with a degree and post-graduation in Drawing from the University of Lisbon. I’ve been freelancing for over two years, collaborating with diverse clients, including Armani Home Decor, to create visually appealing and functional designs that align perfectly with brand identity. I enjoy balancing creativity with client expectations and am always eager to grow and take on new challenges.

Currently, I’m expanding my expertise in digital marketing and design through professional certifications while working as a dental nurse, which enriches my client-facing skills. I bring a positive attitude, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to deadlines in all my work.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - June 10, 2024
Designed logos and brand identities tailored to the unique positioning of startups and small businesses, including a dental appliance lab, a beauty brand, and a reptile breeding company. Collaborated with Armani Home Decor on instructional design materials, creating clear, visually appealing assembly guides for their lamps, maintaining brand elegance while ensuring clarity and space-efficiency based on client feedback. Delivered creative solutions balancing aesthetics and functionality using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to meet client expectations and industry standards.
Instructional Design - Freelance at Armani Home Decor
March 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Recommended minor adaptations and modifications to working drawing sets. Created detailed instructional design drawings for the assembly of luxury lighting products. Collaborated with design and production teams to translate technical concepts into clear, visually appealing instructions. Ensured accuracy and clarity to enhance customer understanding and ease of assembly. Contributed to visual product presentation aligning with Armani Home's premium brand aesthetics and design standards.
Dental Nurse at Smiles Dental Bath Avenue, Dublin
January 1, 2023 - June 10, 2024
Assisted dentists during various procedures to ensure efficient workflow. Prepared treatment areas, sterilized equipment, and maintained infection control protocols for safety standards. Provided patient care and support before, during, and after treatments to ensure a positive experience. Took and processed dental radiographs according to guidelines and managed dental materials and instrument inventory.
Brand Identity Project - Freelance at SanMar
April 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Designed a custom logo and cohesive brand identity including color palette, typography, and visual guidelines. Delivered brand assets optimized for digital and print use for consistent client communication. Collaborated with client to translate scientific and medical concepts into simple, modern, and approachable visuals. Used Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign to create scalable, high-quality designs aligned with brand goals.
Graphic Designer - Freelance at PetPythons
July 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Designed a unique impactful logo representing the client’s brand identity and vision. Collaborated to understand brand values and audience. Delivered high-quality logo concepts with client feedback ensuring brand alignment. Provided final logo files in multiple formats for digital and print media versatility.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed logos and brand identities tailored to unique positioning for startups and small businesses including a dental appliance lab, a beauty brand, and a reptile breeding company. Collaborated with Armani Home Decor on instructional design materials, creating clear, visually appealing assembly guides for their iconic lamps, successfully balancing brand elegance with clarity and space-efficiency. Delivered creative solutions aligning aesthetics and functionality with client expectations using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Instructional Designer at Armani Home Decor
December 1, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Recommended minor adaptations and modifications to complete working drawing sets. Created detailed instructional design drawings for the assembly of Armani Home’s luxury lighting products. Collaborated closely with design and production teams to translate technical concepts into clear, visually appealing instructions that enhanced customer understanding and ease of assembly, while maintaining Armani Home’s premium brand aesthetics.
Dental Nurse at Smiles Dental Bath Avenue, Dublin
January 1, 2023 - Present
Assisted dentists during various procedures ensuring workflow efficiency. Prepared treatment areas, sterilized equipment, maintained infection control protocols, and delivered patient care by providing comfort and support before, during, and after treatments. Took and processed dental radiographs following safety protocols and assisted in preparation, sterilization, and inventory management of dental materials and instruments.
Brand Identity Project - Freelance at SanMar
August 31, 2021 - July 8, 2025
Designed a custom logo and cohesive brand identity including colour palette, typography, and visual guidelines. Delivered brand assets optimized for digital and print ensuring consistency across client touchpoints. Translated complex scientific and medical concepts into a simple, modern, and approachable visual language using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Graphic Designer - Freelance at PetPythons
December 31, 2019 - July 8, 2025
Designed a unique and impactful logo representing the client's brand identity. Collaborated with the client to understand brand values, target audience, and design preferences. Delivered high-quality logo concepts and revisions based on feedback ensuring alignment with brand strategy. Provided versatile logo files for use across digital and print media.

Education

Degree at Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Lisbon
September 1, 2015 - July 31, 2019
Post graduation at Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Lisbon
September 1, 2015 - July 31, 2019
Degree at Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Lisbon
September 1, 2015 - July 31, 2019
Post graduation at Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Lisbon
September 1, 2015 - July 31, 2019

Qualifications

Digital Marketing – USP | Coursera
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Integrated course program Graphic Design – CalArts | Coursera
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Graphic Design: Adobe Professional Certificate | Coursera
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Typography Introduction | Coursera
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Digital Marketing – USP
January 11, 2030 - July 8, 2025
Integrated course program Graphic Design – CalArts
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Graphic Design: Adobe Professional Certificate
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Typography Introduction
January 11, 2030 - July 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail